Want Whiter Teeth? Eat Dark Chocolate, Cheese, and Strawberries

Want whiter teeth? Eat dark chocolate, cheese, and strawberries, says a Beverly Hills dentist

Coffee and red wine are known offenders when it comes to staining teeth.

But did you know there are foods that can actually help whiten them?

Beverly Hills dentist Dr Harold Katz says dark chocolate, green tea and strawberries can all help.

And to get the best results, they should eaten first thing in the morning after plaque has built up on the teeth during the night.

Here, Dr Katz’s shares his top tips for naturally white teeth with MailOnline.... Read more

Which Natural Remedies for Whiter Teeth Work?

 A lot of people would like to have whiter teeth without spending a fortune to get them. Which natural rmedies for whiter teeth work? Laura Schocker lists five that can help, but warns against two traditional home remedies.

Bleached, bright-white teeth seem to be everywhere -- and while traditional treatments like whitening toothpastes, at-home trays and in-office procedures are an effective way to get there, they can sometimes cause tooth sensitivity and pain. For those hoping to steer clear of chemical treatments, there are a few techniques that can possibly help your smile to sparkle naturally.

The first step is good oral hygiene. “Health and beauty are intertwined,” says Arthur Glosman, D.D.S., a cosmetic dentist in Beverly Hills. “If something is healthy, it’s going to look beautiful. If it’s sick, no amount of white teeth is going to make it look good.”

Beyond that, here are a few remedies that do (and don’t) work for a whiter -- and maybe even healthier -- smile. Read more

How to Whiten Teeth With Home Remedies

Use natural ingredients to whiten teeth with information from a dental technician. Home remedies for whiter teeth include brushing with hydrogen peroxide, brushing with baking soda, or brushing with a lemon juice and salt mixture.

Whiten Your Teeth the Natural Way

Teeth whitening treatments at the dentist work well, but they're expensive. You can use this natural method as a substitute, and all you need is a strawberry and baking soda.

White teeth and strawberries may not sound like they go hand in hand, but it turns out the berries can actually lighten your smile. Read more